Old woman bug boy

The phrase "gave them some broth without any bread" may refer to George's parsimony in the wake of the South Sea Bubble of , and his attempts to restore his own and the country's finances. By using this site, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. She said, "Thank you Lord Jesus, For sending them bread. Debates over its meaning and origin have largely centered on attempts to match the old woman with historical female figures who have had large families, although King George II — has also been proposed as the rhyme's subject. Candidates include Queen Caroline , the wife of King George II — , who had eight children, and Elizabeth Vergoose of Boston , who had six children of her own and ten stepchildren. Debates over the meaning of the rhyme have largely revolved around matching the old woman with historical figures, as Peter Opie observed "for little reason other than the size of their families".